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Sharks die at an incredible speed, mainly for fishing. Retention bans may be helpful

Sharks are often observed with hooks, scars, or other evidence of encounters with fishermen. This Caribbean reef shark was found in the Bahamas, a wire leader hanging from its mouth. Since 2011, catching sharks in the Bahamas has been illegal. Credit: Shane Gloss Despite the fear they may inspire humans, sharks have far more reasons to fear us. Nearly a…